Treasures in Heaven

10/10/2026

Good morning church family,

GIVING THANKS & PRAISE TO GOD:

Thanks to the Young Adults for the fun senior dinner they hosted last Saturday night.   They touched many hearts in a very special way.  The Young Adults enjoyed having such fun and said this group is “hilarious”.  When it came to the trivia game, they said “this is quite a competitive bunch!”

Pat Yaglowski who attended the event, shared a special accolade about the evening and this incredible group:  

“These young people gave a great gift to us!  It was so wonderful to be waited on hand and foot.  They all get 5 stars! I want them all to know that if they ever need advice, to please ask.  All of the knowledge and wisdom I’ve accrued over all the years is a gift I would love to share.“

From generation to generation…what a blessing!

A special thanks to Lisa Saracino for cooking all of the food and Angela Weber for all she did as well.

We give much thanks & praise to God for Nadine’s surgery which went great.  She is grateful for all of the prayers and food that is being sent during her recovery.  The next few weeks of PT will be challenging but she’s got God by her side as well as a great coach and dutiful daughter!

PRAYER REQUESTS:  

Prayers for John Robertson’s Father who is not well but is home from the hospital now.  Prayers for John as he travels to Florida to be with him.

Anthony Katz is still in need of a new vent and it’s not something easy to find for his condition.   Prayers for God to bless Anthony with a new vent soon.

Mary Warren requested prayers for her friend Stacie Terrell who had a bone marrow surgery this past week and is in a lot of pain.

Please pray for Mike & Paula Ross who struggle with several health concerns as they are also trying to sell their home.  

Debbie Christy asked for prayers for Rosalyn Ross who has an autoimmune illness and now needs to be on oxygen all the time now.  

Congratulations to Gregory Jr. & Daisha Payne who are excited to have a baby boy on the way!   Lord willing the baby is due on February 10th and our prayers will be with them all the way.  

Congratulations to Greg & Linda as well as they are excited that their family is growing and ecstatic for Gregory & Daisha.

Tammie Carey is leading a terrific effort in partnering to support Newborns and families at Griffin Childbirth Center with our congregation. ” Bringing a new life into the world is a moment of intense JOY, but for many expectant mothers and growing families in our local community, it can also bring significant financial stress.

We have the opportunity to ensure that every mother leaving the center has the essential supplies needed to care for herself and her newborn during the critical early days of their birth.  They are putting together support packages for families in financial need.   They are currently collecting donations for the following new, unused items:

For BABY:

Onesies, caps, socks, and scratch mittens, sleep sacks, swaddles, receiving blankets, and diaper bags.

Nursing & Postpartum care for Mom:

Nursing bras, nursing pads, nursing pillows and pillow covers,  breast milk storage bags, lactation tea, lanolin nipple cream, diaper cream and lip balm, maternity pads and postpartum ice packs.

General Support:

Gift cards (e.g. Target, Walmart, or Grocery stores to help parents purchase diapers or extra supplies).  

Note:  As their facility supports breast feeding, bottles and pacifiers are not items that are permitted.   If you would rather donate funds to this effort, Tammie Carey will accept your donation and shop on your behalf to add to the collected items. “

There is a print-out  on the back table for all to take.   The date by which we can bring items in is October 18th.

COLLEGE CARE BAGS

It has been our tradition every Fall to put together College Care bags.   We have 8 students attending college and would like to do a few more for others who are former members away at college.   The list of items is on the table in the auditorium and there is a bin in the foyer for the supplies.  Please remember a few Gluten Free snacks as well.  The items need to be in by Sunday  October 11th.  The care bags will be filled on Saturday October 17th.

UPCOMING EVENTS:  

Many events are happening over the next few months…all LORD WILLING and with Praise and Glory to God.

The Saturday October 10th ladies study has been pushed out to October 17th at 10:00 a.m. at the church building. The lesson on “The Fragrance of Peace”  will be lead by Debbie Froehlich.   We will be putting together the College Care bags at this time.

October 16-17 is the New England Bible Institute Church leadership workshop at the Meriden church of Christ.  Please make checks payable to South Road Church of Christ & give your registration & check to Jay. In the memo write NEBI.

9:30 AM  TUESDAY Ladies’ bible study  – October 20th. Casandra Martin’s book – Women Opening the Word – “The ABC’S of a Godly Heart”.   The books can be ordered on-line individually.  Please see Lisa or Nadine if you have any questions. 

October 17th at  2:00 p.m.  the Young Adults will be going apple picking and having a devotional at Blue Jay Orchards.  Please see Zach & Tori for more details.

Saturday, October 24th at 9:00 a.m. there will be a Men’s Breakfast at the church building.  

Our annual TRUNK or TREAT will be held on October 24th at 6:00 p.m.   Set up will begin at 5:00 p.m.

Tidal River Christian Camp

TRCC 2027 Camping Season Save the Date

Lisa Saracino is planning a fun “Ladies night of fellowship” after the New Year as we have done in the past.   Stay tuned for more details.

On October 19th, 2025 thieves stole eight pieces of the French Crown Jewels during a brazen daylight robbery detailed by the 2025 Louvre heist record.   Four masked thieves used an elevated furniture lift to reach a first-floor window, broke in with power tools, threatened guards, and escaped on motorcycles.

The estimated value of the jewels was approximately 102 million dollars, excluding their priceless historical value.

It is likely that the stolen jewelry has already been melted which decreases the value of each piece.  One of the main reasons they are so valuable, is because they belonged to royalty.

These large and rare gemstones feature distinct sizes and internal flaws, which make them instantly recognizable to dealers and impossible to sell legally.   Stripping a piece down to raw gold and loose gems retain basic material value, but destroys the craftsmanship that made them priceless.

How blessed we are to follow our LORD who helps direct our thoughts to spiritual treasures.  True treasures are not found on Earth.  Spiritual treasures are the good deeds we do, the love we share as we place our faith in God.

Jesus instructed His followers to focus on eternal spiritual wealth as opposed to temporary material and earthly possessions.

This scripture highlights the transient nature of earthly wealth and the enduring value of heavenly treasures which are ultimately found in God and Jesus Christ.

The Apostle Paul expresses the incomparable worth of knowing Christ, considering everything else is insignificant in comparison.

Psalm 73:25-26 

Proverbs Encourages the pursuit of wisdom, which is ultimately found in the fear of the Lord.

“If you seek it like silver

and search it out like hidden treasure,

then you will discern the fear of the LORD

and discover the knowledge of God”  

Proverbs 2:4-5

Jesus used parables to illustrate the kingdom of Heaven’s value, equating it with a treasure worth sacrificing everything to obtain it.

Matthew 13:44 image

“The kingdom of heaven is like a treasure hidden in a field. When a man found it, he hid it again, and in his joy, he went and sold all he had and bought that field“.   

What JOY in response to the treasure found in God.

Matthew 13:45-46

“Again, the kingdom of heaven is like a merchant in search of fine pearls.  When he found one very precious pearl, he went away and sold all he had and bought it.”  

The merchant’s action demonstrated the worth of the kingdom, which ultimately found in a relationship with God.

God is our ultimate treasure.  

His Kingdom takes precedence over material wealth and worldly ambitions.  

It is in HIS Kingdom we find our deepest fulfillment, contentment, and joy in GOD, rather than material things here on earth.  

We give special thanks and shout out to all of our Young Adults who are growing spiritually and setting their minds on the kingdom of Heaven.  They are loving one another, serving others, serving God and being an inspiration to us all.

Thanks to each of them  for laying up for themselves, treasures in heaven!   

We remain thankful for each of you!

We remain thankful for all within our church family who humbly serve others as well.   Our faithfulness in serving others prepares us for an eternal home in Heaven.  

Matthew 25:34

“Then the King will say to those on his right, 

“Come, you who are blessed by my Father;

take your inheritance, 

the kingdom prepared for you

since the creation of the world.“

Seek Ye first the Kingdom of God

And His righteousness,

And all these things shall be added unto you,

Singing Ha le lu, Ha le lujah

Ha le lujah, Ha le lujah,

Ha le lujah, Ha le lujah!

Ha le lujah, Ha le lujah,

Ha le lujah, Ha le lujah!

Man does not live by bread alone

But by every word,

that proceeds from the mouth of God,

Singing Ha le lu, Hal e lujah!

Ha le lujah, Ha le lujah,

Ha le lujah, Ha le lujah!

Ha le lujah, Ha le lujah,

Ha le lujah, Ha le lujah!

MANSION OVER THE HILLTOP

I’m satisfied with,

just a cottage below,

A little silver and a little gold;

But in that city where the ransomed will shine,

I want a gold one, that’s silver lined.

I’ve got a mansion,

Just over the hill-top,

In that bright land where,

We’ll never grow old;

And some day yonder,

we will never more wander,

But walk the streets that are purest gold.

Though often tempted, tormented and tested

And like the prophet, my pillow a stone

And though I find here, no permanent dwelling,

I know He’ll give me a mansion my own.

I’ve got a mansion,

Just over the hill-top,

In that bright land where,

We’ll never grow old;

And some day yonder,

we will never more wander,

But walk the streets that are purest gold.

Don’t think me poor or deserted or lonely,

I’m not discouraged,

I’m heaven bound.

I’m just a pilgrim,

in search of a city,

I want a mansion,

A robe & a crown.

I’ve got a mansion,

Just over the hill-top,

In that bright land where,

We’ll never grow old;

And some day yonder,

we will never more wander,

But walk the streets that are purest gold.

 

To the Praise of His Glory…

Bruce & Paula

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